Immerse yourself in the whimsical and captivating world of Camille Saint-Saëns with this enchanting album, featuring two of his most beloved works: "Le Carnaval des Animaux" and the "Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 65." Originally composed for private performance, "Le Carnaval des Animaux" is a delightful suite of 14 movements, each humorously depicting a different animal. From the majestic "Introduction et marche royale du lion" to the graceful "Le cygne," Saint-Saëns' ingenious use of instruments brings the animal kingdom to life in a way that's both entertaining and musically rich.
Complementing this suite is the "Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 65," a brilliant and ironic exploration of various musical styles. Composed for a small ensemble, this work showcases Saint-Saëns' mastery of form and his playful approach to composition. The album, released in 1986 by Warner Classics, offers a total of 41 minutes of pure musical enjoyment, making it an excellent addition to any classical music collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of Saint-Saëns or new to his music, this album is sure to delight with its charm, wit, and technical brilliance.
Tracks
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux, R 125: I. Introduction et marche royale du lionCamille Saint-Saëns, Michel Béroff, Alain Moglia, Gerard Jarry, Jacques Cazauran, Michel Tournus, Serge Collot
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux, R 125: II. Poules et coqs - III. Hemiones - IV. Tortues - V. L'éléphant - VI. Kangourous & VII. AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Michel Béroff, Alain Moglia, Claude Desurmont, Gerard Jarry, Jacques Cazauran, Michel Debost, Serge Collot
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux, R 125: VIII. Personnages à longues oreilles - IX. Le coucou au fond des bois & X. VolièreCamille Saint-Saëns, Michel Béroff, Alain Moglia, Claude Desurmont, Gerard Jarry, Jacques Cazauran, Michel Debost, Michel Tournus, Serge Collot
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux, R 125: XI. Pianistes - XII. Fossiles & XIII. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Michel Béroff, Alain Moglia, Claude Desurmont, Gerard Jarry, Gérard Pérotin, Jacques Cazauran, Michel Tournus, Serge Collot
Saint-Saëns: Le carnaval des animaux, R 125: XIV. FinaleCamille Saint-Saëns, Michel Béroff, Alain Moglia, Claude Desurmont, Guy-Joël Cipriani, Gerard Jarry, Gérard Pérotin, Jacques Cazauran, Michel Debost, Michel Tournus, Serge Collot
Saint-Saëns: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 65: I. PréambuleCamille Saint-Saëns, Maurice André, Alain Moglia, Gerard Jarry, Jacques Cazauran, Jean-Philippe Collard, Michel Tournus, Serge Collot
Saint-Saëns: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 65: II. MenuetCamille Saint-Saëns, Maurice André, Alain Moglia, Gerard Jarry, Jacques Cazauran, Jean-Philippe Collard, Michel Tournus, Serge Collot
Saint-Saëns: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 65: III. IntermèdeCamille Saint-Saëns, Maurice André, Alain Moglia, Gerard Jarry, Jacques Cazauran, Jean-Philippe Collard, Michel Tournus, Serge Collot
Saint-Saëns: Septet in E-Flat Major, Op. 65: IV. Gavotte et FinaleCamille Saint-Saëns, Maurice André, Alain Moglia, Gerard Jarry, Jacques Cazauran, Jean-Philippe Collard, Michel Tournus, Serge Collot
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